Finishers receive a medal every day, while those that take part on all three days can bid for overall victory and the honour of being the first Hammer Challenge champions.

Those wanting to take part in the events but not wanting to race are welcome to do so and ride the circuit at their own pace.

HOW IT WORKS

The Hammer Climb

The race will take place over multiple laps of a circuit in Vaals. Points will be on offer to the first riders over the line on each lap and race victory will go to the rider or team with the most points.

The Hammer Sprint

The race will take place over multiple laps starting and finishing at the Tom Dumoulin Bike Park in Sittard. Points will be on offer to the first riders over the line on each lap and race victory will go to the team with the most points.

The Hammer Chase

This is a team time trial starting and finishing at the Tom Dumoulin Bike Park in Sittard. The fastest team will win the Hammer Chase and results will count towards the overall Hammer Challenge general classification.

HOW TO ENTER

Entry prices for each rider are as follows:

- One day: €35. Optional extras include a Hammer Series cycling jersey for €30 and a ticket to the Hammer Peloton Tour Ride (see below) for €30.

- Two days: €60. Optional extras include a Hammer Series cycling jersey for €15 and a ticket to the Hammer Peloton Tour Ride for €15.

- Three days: €75. Price includes a Hammer Series cycling jersey, a free ticket to the Hammer Cycling Café (see below) and a free ticket to the Hammer Peloton Tour Ride.